
Plot Recon: Where Thrillers Get Tactical
Go beyond the blurbs and dive into the battlefield of thriller writing. Hosted by Evan Graver—author of the Ryan Weller, John Phoenix, and Stuntman series—Plot Recon is the podcast where thrillers get tactical. Each episode features raw, unscripted conversations with top authors, exploring the craft, strategy, and chaos behind action-driven storytelling. From tradecraft to character arcs, publishing tactics to real-world ops, this is not your average writing podcast. It’s mission briefings for storytellers who write like warriors.
New episodes every week. No fluff. No filters. Just full-contact fiction.
Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
Plot Recon: Where Thrillers Get Tactical
Latest Episodes
Flying into Fiction with Nathan Van Coops
In this episode of Plot Recon, host Evan Graver interviews Nathan Van Coops, an author known for his aviation thrillers and time travel adventures. Nathan shares his journey from aviation to writing, discussing the importance of authenticity in...
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Episode 12
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41:37

CIA Clearance Necessary with Scott Urbach
In this episode of Plot Recon, host Evan Graver interviews Scott Urbach, a former CIA officer turned thriller author. Scott shares his journey from joining the CIA in 1984 to transitioning into corporate security and ultimately becoming a novel...
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Episode 11
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1:02:11

Real horror is real life with B.E. Miller
SummaryIn this episode of Plot Recon, host Evan Graver speaks with horror author B.E. Miller about his journey as a writer, the creative process behind his horror novels, and the challenges of balancing writing with a day job. Miller sh...
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Episode 10
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49:11

From Treasure Hunter to Author: Eric Chance Stone's Journey
In this engaging conversation, Evan Graver interviews Eric Chance Stone, an author known for his Rick Waters Caribbean Adventure Series. Eric shares his journey from treasure hunting and music to writing novels, emphasizing the importance of au...
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Episode 9
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43:10

Wayne Stinnett: Marine to Bestseller
In this engaging conversation, Wayne Stinnett, a USA Today bestselling author, shares his journey from a Marine to a prolific writer of the Jesse McDermott Caribbean Adventure Series. He discusses overcoming writer burnout, the importance of hi...
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Episode 8
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55:31
